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Rewrite the Mother Code with Dr. Gertrude Lyons187: Law, Leadership, and Late Motherhood: A Conversation with Katy MickelsonIn this rich, heart-centered conversation, Dr. Gertrude Lyons speaks with family law attorney and equity partner Katy Mickelson about following a nonlinear career path, parenting through IVF, and how real life—not law school—became her greatest teacher. Katy shares what it means to bring creativity into a traditionally rigid field, why she values mentorship, and how raising teens has taught her as much as any courtroom.They discuss balancing ambition with presence, how fertility struggles shaped her perspective on motherhood, and why authenticity is her superpower in both law and life. This episode is an honest, ener...2025-07-141h 00
Broken DishesEp 60 "Tiger x Trump?! Affleck Drama & Celeb Conspiracies"Broken Dishes PodcastEpisode 60Episode 60:Tiger x Trump?! Affleck Drama & Celeb ConspiraciesIn episode 60 of 'Broken Dishes,' host Cody Buchanan and co-hosts Ben Twinkle Toes Michaels and Ivan Asen discuss Tiger Woods's new relationship with Vanessa Trump, the ironic call for privacy by celebrities, Ben Affleck's dating life, and amusing celebrity rumors including Pedro Pascal and Jennifer Aniston. They also unravel the complex lives and addictions of Tiger Woods and Phil Mickelson, along with humorous allegations involving Katy Perry and JonBenet Ramsey. The hosts conclude with reflections on giving back, the impact of...2025-03-3130 min
Beyond the Bar PodcastS3 E17: From PR to Family Law: How to Pivot Your Career and Find Success | Katy Homburger MickelsonWant to pivot your career but afraid to take the leap? In this episode, we break down how Katy Homburger Mickelson, Equity Partner at Beermann LLP, went from PR powerhouse to crushing it in family law.
You'll learn:
- The mindset shift needed for a successful career change
- How to leverage past experience in a new field
- The secret to authentic networking (even for introverts)
- Balancing high-powered career with family life
- Practical tips for staying relevant in a fast-changing world
Whether you're considering a career switch or looking to level up your current game, Katie...2024-08-1630 min
Off the Fence with Karen Covy: Mastering Decision Making, Divorce & MoreKaty Mickelson: Can Pre and Post Nups Make Stronger Marriages?Pre-Nups and Post-Nups are generally regarded as being manipulative and unromantic. But what if you could use prenups and postnups to make your marriage stronger?In this podcast episode, family law attorney Katy Mickelson pulls back the curtain on prenuptial and postnuptial agreements. She explains what they can and cannot cover, what they require, and how to create agreements that work. [HINT: This is NOT the place to go DIY!] She also dives deeply into who needs these agreements, and when entering into them not only makes sense but can actually help you save your marriage.2024-05-2939 min
Impact Makers RadioKATY MICKELSON, Divorce and Family Law Attorney on Divorcing with DignityIn the latest episode of "Let's Talk Divorce" on Impact Makers Radio, host Stewart Andrew Alexander sits down with Katy Mickelson, equity partner at Beermann LLP in Chicago, IL, to discuss how to divorce with dignity both emotionally and financially. As a divorce and family law attorney, Katy shares her expertise on how to navigate the emotional and financial challenges that come with divorce. She emphasizes the importance of treating your ex-spouse with respect and approaching the situation with a level head, even when emotions run high. By doing so, you can ensure a smoother and more amicable...2023-04-2044 min
Lawyer Boss LifeMentoring Associates with Katy MickelsonIn this episode, Alay and Katy discuss: Hiring young attorneys and what they should be taught. Mentoring young attorneys within […]2022-06-0923 min
Inside BS Show with The Godfather and Nicki G.How to Become a Great Divorce Lawyer | Katy Mickelson | 466How to Become a Great Divorce LawyerThere are many choices available if you are looking for a family law attorney. If you don't know what to look for in a divorce lawyer, this is the show for you. On this episode of The Inside BS Show, Dave Lorenzo speaks with one of Chicago's top divorce lawyers as she reveals her secrets to success. Join us as Dave Lorenzo interviews Chicago Family Law Attorney Katy Mickelson.Chapter00:00 Intro How to Become a Great Divorce Lawyer 02:00 Are Second Career Lawyers More Passionate...2022-04-0751 min
AWM Author TalksEpisode 80: Angela TerryThis week, author Angela Terry talks about her novel Charming Falls Apart with Olivia Bedi and Katy Mickelson, members of the Chicago Council of the American Writers Museum. This conversation originally took place January 27th, 2021 and was recorded live via Zoom.Throughout this episode, you will hear references to Angela’s new novel, which is now available. The novel is called The Trials of Adeline Turner and on February 17th we will host another live online program with Angela to discuss this new novel and the craft of writing. This program is free to attend, though donations ar...2022-01-3143 min
Solo de FactoConfidence is Key - Katy Mickelson - Episode # 021Katy Mickelson is a Divorce and Family Law Attorney at Beermann LLP. She sees the importance of even the little parts of being a lawyer and the difference it can make in the relationship between a lawyer and their clients. She sits down with host Kory Underdown to share her tips on how to run a successful solo practice. Takeaways Getting clients has a lot to do with who you are as a person. It’s important to be your true authentic self. You want to have a good reputation. It takes a long time t...2022-01-2537 min
Solo de FactoConfidence is Key - Katy Mickelson - Episode # 021Katy Mickelson is a Divorce and Family Law Attorney at Beermann LLP. She sees the importance of even the little parts of being a lawyer and the difference it can make in the relationship between a lawyer and their clients. She sits down with host Kory Underdown to share her tips on how to run a successful solo practice.
Takeaways
Getting clients has a lot to do with who you are as a person. It’s important to be your true authentic self.
You want to have a good reputation. It takes a long time t...2022-01-2537 min
Exhibit (A)ttorney ShowCoffee, Lunch, and Zoom (Oh My): How to Network Your Way to a Successful PracticesHow often do you go out and meet other lawyers? Do you catch up with your attorney friends both for business or pleasure? Listen to our guest, Katy Mickelson, as she discusses the importance of networking and how to do it right to help you succeed.2021-10-291h 07
BE THAT LAWYERKaty Mickelson: Taking Care of Relationships and ReputationIn this episode, Steve Fretzin and Katy Mickelson discuss:The critical role of relationships in building your law firm. Relationships with clients and relationships with business partners. Creating key strategic partnerships. Managing expectations. Key Takeaways:You have to balance providing value with your firm and providing value to your clients. A lot of family law is based on trust and a feeling for your attorney. You need to understand how you attract clients and what it is that keeps them with you. Listening and asking questions, from both a business development standpoint and a client...2021-05-1027 min
The Esq Marketing PodcastLaw Firm Marketing: Katy Mickelson, Partner at Beermann LLP - Rituals to Grow Your PracticeKaty Mickelson is a Divorce and Family Law Attorney and Partner at Beermann LLP, one of the largest divorce and family law firms in Illinois. Katy has been practicing law for 15 years and has been named a “Rising Star” by Super Lawyers Magazine and a “Super Lawyer” for 2021. She has also been recognized as one of the “Most Notable Women Attorneys” in 2018 by Crain's New York’s Business, has been nominated by her peers as a “Leading Lawyer” since 2015 and one of Best Lawyers' "Women of Influence" in 2017. In this episode… Marketing your law firm is a must if...2021-01-0714 min
DivorceTalkAgreeing On A Prenuptial AgreementThere are a lot of misconceptions that prenuptial agreements are only for the wealthy. Prenuptial agreements can suit all types of clients depending upon their needs. As people get married later on life, they’ve established themselves in careers or have assets to protect. They might want to consider entering into a prenuptial agreement because it preserves that wealth that they’ve taken so much time to build. It could also be for someone who has a significant amount of family wealth. On this episode, we are talking about prenuptial agreements with Beermann divorce and family law attorneys, Tom Fiel...2020-06-2538 minDivorceTalkVarious Roles For Attorneys When Appointed For ChildrenWhy do you need an attorney for your children? Divorce and family law partners at Beermann Law, Beth F. McCormack, and Katy H. Mickelson, J.D. go in-depth on the three roles for attorneys when appointed for children. The lawyers at Beermann Law has built a reputation within the legal community for achieving excellent results in […]2020-05-1400 minDivorceTalkVarious Roles For Attorneys When Appointed For ChildrenWhy do you need an attorney for your children? Divorce and family law partners at Beermann Law, Beth F. McCormack, and Katy H. Mickelson, J.D. go in-depth on the three roles for attorneys when appointed for children. The lawyers at Beermann Law has built a reputation within the legal community for achieving excellent results in a professional, discrete, and high integrity manner. As Beth and Katy share the do’s and don’ts in dealing with child attorneys, learn the best way to work with them in a domestic relations case.
Love the show? ...2020-05-1418 minDivorceTalkHow Co-Parenting Plays Out In DivorceCo-parenting is the ability for parents to make decisions together. Co-parenting is a necessity, but when you get divorced, you need to determine if that’s even a possibility. Joining us to speak about co-parenting are Katy Mickelson and Karen Paige, divorce and family law lawyers at Beermann. Katy has been practicing exclusively in family law for the fourteen years that she’s been licensed. Karen both represents litigants and handle cases on behalf of the children, primarily as a guardian ad litem appointed by the court as well as serve as a parenting coordinator. Katy and Karen give the...2019-04-3036 minDivorceTalkHow Co-Parenting Plays Out In DivorceCo-parenting is the ability for parents to make decisions together. Co-parenting is a necessity, but when you get divorced, you need to determine if that's even a possibility. Joining us to speak about co-parenting are Katy Mickelson and Karen Paige, divorce and family law lawyers at Beermann. Katy has been practicing exclusively in family law […]2019-04-3000 min